1985 Buick Wildcat vs. 2006 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2006 Toyota RAV4 is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Wildcat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Wildcat would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick Wildcat is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Wildcat (355 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (269 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Wildcat should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1985 Buick Wildcat.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Buick Wildcat (551 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota RAV4. (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Wildcat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota RAV4.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Wildcat | 2006 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Buick | Toyota |
Model | Wildcat | RAV4 |
Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3540 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 355 HP | 269 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 551 Nm | 334 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |